AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoUS-Iran Escalation: The US and Iran exchanged strikes again, with Washington hitting an island in the Strait of Hormuz and Tehran responding with attacks on the UAE and Jordan—raising fears of a renewed escalation cycle and keeping energy markets jumpy. Strait of Hormuz & Energy Shock: Oil pushed back above $90 a barrel as shipping risks and Hormuz uncertainty returned to the front page, with knock-on pressure felt across global stocks and bond markets. UNGA 2026 Diplomacy Setup: Ahead of the UN General Assembly, analysts expect Trump to frame Iran policy as both “peacemaking” and military resolve, with the UN’s role and funding cuts likely to be a major theme. Regional Mediation Push: Lebanon asked Greece to help implement a US-backed Israel-Lebanon framework deal aimed at Hezbollah disarmament and Israeli withdrawal—while Greece reiterated support for Lebanon’s sovereignty. US Military Politics: Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigned after clashes with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, adding to concerns about readiness and leadership churn during the Iran war. Markets & Debt Stress: Global bond yields climbed to levels not seen in years, feeding wider worries about a debt spiral and financial stability. Housing Demand Cooling (Australia): Australia’s housing approvals fell in July as property prices continued to slide, complicating federal delivery targets.
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